Question 409 Deck Safety

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If more than one life raft is manned after the vessel has sunk, _______________.

A reduce the number of life rafts by getting as many people as possible into as few rafts as possible
B the possibility of a search aircraft finding you is increased by spreading out
C each raft should go in a different direction in search of land
D tie each of the rafts together and try to stay in a single group
AI Explanation

The correct answer is D) tie each of the rafts together and try to stay in a single group. The reasoning for this is that it is generally safer and more effective for multiple life rafts to stay together after a vessel has sunk. Staying together increases the chances of being located by search and rescue aircraft or vessels, as the search area is more concentrated. Additionally, being tied together allows the occupants to share resources and provide mutual support, which is important for survival. The other options, such as reducing the number of rafts or spreading out, are generally not recommended as they decrease the chances of being found and reduce the ability to support each other.

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